Politics

Amnesty concerned about French sale of Rafale jets to Egypt

After France announced the sale of 24 Rafale fighters and a frigate to Egypt, Amnesty International expressed concern about the jets being used in human rights violations. Duration: 00:56

Feb 14, 2015

Tens of thousands battle floods after Madagascar storms

Tropical storms batter Madagascar during the rainy season leaving tens of thousands of people in flooded homes. Duration: 02:11

Feb 14, 2015

Pentagon: Attack on Iraq air base included several suicide bombers

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) An attack on Ain al-Asad air base in Iraq on Friday was carried out by some 25 Islamic State fighters including several suicide bombers, some of whom evidently

Feb 14, 2015

Tadashi Shoji draws on the joy of flight for inspiration

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) STORY: Designer Tadashi Shoji showcased a fluttery and ethereal collection in tulle and feather gowns on Thursday (February 12), the first day of Mercedes-Benz

Feb 14, 2015

Kanye West unveils his new sneaker Yeezy Boost

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) STORY: Rapper turned fashion designer Kanye West unveiled his new Yeezy Season 1 clothing line and new sneaker, the Yeezy Boost, during the first day of Mercedes

Feb 14, 2015

Aung San Suu Kyi calls for unification as she marks her father's 100th birthday

A ceremony to remember General Aung San in Myanmar to mark the 100th anniversary of his birthday. The General is given credit for leading the country to independence from colonial rule, but was

Feb 14, 2015

Home for the holidays in China

It's an annual journey that begins one step at a time as tens of thousands head to the train station in Shanghai to make their way home to celebrate the Lunar New Year. For more than a billion people

Feb 13, 2015

Kate - and baby bump - come to Portsmouth

It was the Duchess's first public appearance since returning from vacation in Mustique. Six months pregnant, she was visiting the Ben Ainslie sailing facility in Portsmouth to help promote sailing as

Feb 13, 2015

Turkish police use water cannon on protesters decrying religion in schools

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) Turkish police used water cannons in the western coastal city of Izmir on Friday (February 13) to disperse scores of protesters boycotting schools over the growing

Feb 13, 2015

100 houses evacuated in Chile's forest fires

Forest fires are raging in Chile, forcing residents from as many as 100 homes to evacuate. Officials are battling the blaze from the sky and on the ground, where more than 2,700 hectares, or nearly

Feb 13, 2015

Greeks hint at debt hope to EU partners

Optimism on the streets of Athens. "Opportunity for compromise" read one newspaper headline. Greece has agreed to talk to its creditors about a solution to its international bailout. The news could

Feb 13, 2015

Couples unite for Thailand 'dance marathon'

Couples in Pattaya, Thailand hit the dance floor for the "World’s Longest Dance Marathon" event ahead of Valentine’s Day. Duration: 00:40

Feb 13, 2015

Mass whale stranding in NZ, some 25 dead

Rescuers are in a race against time in New Zealand. (SOUNDBITE) (English) DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION RANGER, GREG NAPP, SAYING: "A very large stranding of pilot whales, one of the largest strandings

Feb 13, 2015

US and Senegal military chiefs wrap up security conference

American military chiefs and the heads of more than 30 African armies wrap up a four-day conference convened to discuss peace and security across the continent. Duration: 01:30

Feb 13, 2015

It happens : Cattle fair in Tamil Nadu draws large number of enthusiastic farmers

Coimbatore, Feb 13 (ANI): A cattle fair held to spread awareness among people about the preservation of livestock drew enthusiastic response from villagers in Tamil Nadu. The fair, held at Samathur on the outskirts of Pollachi town in Coimbatore district, also drew animal lovers from abroad. Villagers dressed in traditional attire brought hundreds of cows and bulls of different breeds at the fair ground. A member of Vanavarayar Foundation, which organised the event, Shankar Vanavarayar said the idea was to create awareness about the importance of livestock in agriculture. A cattle specialist from New Zealand, Doctor John Henry Niezen said the fair offered opportunities to farmers to share their ideas and thoughts with each other about the health of animals. He said cattle shows are very common in western countries. Local bulls of Kangeyam region stole the limelight. The bulls are known all over the world for their superior strength and easy adaptability in any condition. The fair is the first of its kind being held in the region. Organisers were overwhelmed with the response. About 700 cattle of nine native breeds were on display. The animals were later judged on fitness. Prize money was also announced for the cattle in different categories.

Feb 13, 2015